held dear
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But to those closest to her, her greatest legacy was personal: the love she gave so freely, the friendships she treasured, and the family bonds she held dear.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
While the reality of the friendship between Owens and Long is held dear by both families, their special bond has taken on a life of its own online.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2024
But the roustabout Hal’s dawning maturity costs him the companion he once held dear.
From New York Times ● Apr. 12, 2024
The holiday may be getting more modern, but millennia-old traditions are still held dear in China and other countries.
From National Geographic ● Feb. 5, 2024
She couldn’t believe that just a few days ago the Earth Mother had awoken and almost destroyed everything Piper held dear.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
